Commending the Holy See for its enduring diplomatic relationship with Taiwan and affirming the support of Congress for the continued preservation of the Vatican-Taiwan diplomatic relationship.
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Latest Action · April 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
This House resolution commends the Vatican for maintaining diplomatic relations with Taiwan, which has made the Holy See Taiwan's only official European diplomatic ally since 1942. The resolution affirms Congress's support for preserving this diplomatic relationship and encourages expanded engagement between Taiwan and the Vatican, including increased high-level visits between church officials. The resolution also recognizes Taiwan's commitment to promoting religious freedom internationally, contrasting it with China's restrictions on religious rights, and expresses concern that China violated a 2018 agreement with the Vatican by appointing bishops without papal approval. As a resolution rather than legislation, this measure does not create law, impose requirements, or allocate funding but serves to express the House's official position and support for maintaining Vatican-Taiwan diplomatic ties. The resolution has no implementation timeline or budget impact.
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